All Obituaries

Robert D. "Sass" Sassaman, 80 of Canal Fulton, died Sunday, January 12, 2020. Born on October 18, 1939 in Newtown Falls, OH to the late Donald and Eleanor (Blickley) Sassaman, he was a 1957 graduate of Newton Falls High School, attended Kent State University, worked for the Ohio State Highway Patrol and retired from WNIR. Moving to Canal Fulton in the early 1970's, Sass was a fixture on the Northwest Athletic scene for nearly 50 years where he spent countless hours and untold...

On Saturday, January 11, 2020, Daniel Malcolm Graham, beloved husband and father, went home to be with Jesus, his Savior. Danny was born on August 17, 1965 in Akron, Ohio to James and Kathryn (Marovich) Graham.  Danny was a graduate of Manchester High School class of 1984 and attended KSU.  He married the love of his life, Michelle (Jackson) Graham on January 16, 1999 in their hometown of Manchester.  Danny’s “pun”ny sense of humor could make anyone chuckle...

Arthur Ray McQuistion, 87, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019. Born in Marseilles, OH to the late Ray and Mary (Scott) McQuistion, he had been an area resident most of his life and was a veteran of the US Army. Arthur is survived by his wife, Betty (Dunaway) McQuistion, son, Rick (Linda) McQuistion and daughter, Cinda Shaver. Per his wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held FRIDAY, January 17, 2020, 1:00pm at Northside Christian Church, 7615 Ridge Rd,...

James V. Neri, 87 of Canal Fulton, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center. Born on September 14, 1932 in Akron to the late Andrew and Lucy (Paccori) Neri, James had been an Akron/Canton area resident all of his life and retired from Klines Department Store after many years of service. Jim was a proud Army veteran having served during the Korean War Conflict. He enjoyed fishing, football, traveling, family gathers and watching his grandchildren play sports. In addition...

Jack William McGrew, 77 of Marblehead, formerly of Canal Fulton and Willoughby died Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.  Jack was born September 13, 1942 in Kirtland, Ohio to the late Rexall William and Dora (Hinerman) McGrew.  He retired in 1998 as an engineer with the Babcock & Wilcox Co., Barberton and in 2011 as the assistant zoning inspector with Lawrence Township.  Jack was a former member of the Canal Fulton Lions Club and SS Philip &...

Lawrence “Larry” Cifoni, 77, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away December 27th. Larry was born May 2, 1942 to Lawrence and Elizabeth (Massetti) in Wilmington, Delaware. After graduating from Salesianum High School, he went on to study business at the University of Delaware. The first in his family to earn a degree, he relocated to Akron, Ohio where he had a successful career at BF Goodrich in sales and marketing. Larry built his life and family in Canal Fulton,...

Esther M. Hull, 87, of Manchester, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 12, 1932, in Parkersburg, WV, to the late Carl and Mildred Emrick, she had been a resident of Manchester most her life, retiring from B.F. Goodrich after many years of service. Esther enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling and camping. She especially delighted in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and lit up whenever she spoke of them. She was blessed to...

Ethel "Louise" Ricketson, 89, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019. Born on May 30, 1930 in Akron to the late Clarence Hamlin and Alberta Olson, she had been an area resident most of her life. She was a former member of Life Spring Christian Church and enjoyed riding motorcycles, crocheting, puzzle books and going to the Manchester United Methodist Church Luncheons. She also loved cooking and collecting cookbooks. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her...

Lloyd E. Garrett, 78 of Canal Fulton, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019. Born on May 11, 1941 in Barberton to the late Walter and Willie (Abston) Garret, he was an area resident all of his life. Lloyd was a Marine Corps Veteran and was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Belle Garrett. Lloyd is survived by his children, Scott Garrett, Robert (Luann) Garrett, Kevin (Holly) Garrett, Allen Garrett and...

Laura A. Higgins, 62 of Lawrence Twp. passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019. Born on April 1, 1957 in Barberton to the late Stanley and Gloria (Maddox) Higgins, she had been an area resident all of her life. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, ASPCA, Best Friends Animal Society and Wilderness Club. She loved all animals especially her cats and dogs, enjoyed baking, cooking and swimming. She was a good hearted person always willing to help anyone in need. She always left everyone...